The opportunity to be introduced to new ideas and experiences leads to the most impactful and memorable programs at PEPY. Throughout the years, staff and students have built a deep relationship with Irish education institutions and teachers, bringing about unforgettable and inspiring activities that have mutually benefitted both communities. Through …
At the beginning of each academic year, students coming into the Learning Center are generally described as shy, reserved, and unsure of themselves. This is not a surprise for the PEPY staff. In fact, Siem Reap employers and business owners site Cambodian youths’ lack of communication and confidence as one …
PEPY Learning Center students recently had a unique opportunity to explore creative expression while also combining the intra-personal and professional skills that they have worked on diligently over this past academic year. On July 15th-19th, E2 Education and Environment conducted a unique youth enrichment program called “This is Ours” which …
Many of PEPY’s staff members are from our target areas and have been through our programs. They understand the backgrounds and experiences of the students we work with, as well as the value of PEPY’s programs in the long-term. To explore this in more detail, we asked them to talk …
Once a year, the new intake of Scholarship students do community payback projects in PEPY’s target communities focused on issues that they determine to be key obstacles to development. The experience also helps the students to build their communications, program management, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills. They learned about …
This year’s Cambodia to Ireland Exchange, made possible by the Irish National Teacher’s Organization (INTO), was an invaluable opportunity for participants from both countries to gain cultural awareness, learn from different perspectives and approaches, and build upon and create relationships across borders. 2 PEPY staff members, Dena By and Konnitha …
